Description

RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST POSITION OVERVIEW:

Radiologic Technologist will provide radiology services while providing exceptional care to patients in a busy, high-paced orthopedic setting. Applicants must have strong patient care and communication skills. Must be independent, self-starting, and highly motivated. Excellent teamwork is required.

RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Perform x-ray examinations on patients; confirm the appropriate exam has been ordered; prepare patients for x-ray; obtain risk of pregnancy information from female patients; determine appropriate exposure factors on x-ray equipment.
Operate processing equipment; review images for accuracy; submit images to providers for review; complete procedures while maintaining quality of work within an established time frame.
Perform routine radiographic examinations while practicing radiation safety (ALARA) procedures.
Assist in duties outside of scope during down time, such as maintaining imaging medical records into EMR system and preparing x-ray CD’s upon patient request.
Completing all competency and skill training per company policy.

PAY & BENEFITS

Opportunities for internal training and development
Annual stipend for continuing education in certain positions
Most positions offer Monday – Friday work schedules

RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

Ability to work with a diversity of patients in orthopedics.
Demonstrates the ability to work independently and as a member of a healthcare team.
Experience working with electronic medical record systems and picture archiving and communications systems (PACS).
ARRT American registry of Radiologic Technologists Required
Completion of an approved program resulting in Radiologic Technologist License
American Registry of Radiologic Technologist registered or registry eligible. Eligible personnel must submit a registration application within 90 days of employment. Eligible personnel must be registered within 12 months.

RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST WORKING CONDITIONS:

Typical business office environment
Possibility of local travel
Constant viewing of computer monitor, moussing and typing
Frequent standing, walking and sitting
Frequent stooping, lifting, carrying and pushing/pulling 10 pounds or more
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus
Hours of business are Monday – Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Must be occasionally able to work early, late and long hours, as needed, to meet the essential functions of the job

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Radiology Tech- PRN